Kitchen

Independent and trusted reviews, tests and investigations of large and small kitchen appliances and utensils.

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Juicer

Juicer reviews

06 Jul 2011 | We test a range of centrifugal and non-centrifugal juicers and find a high price tag doesn't necessarily mean outstanding performance. More >>

Cooktop - Gas

Cooktops buying guide

01 Oct 2008 | The old kitchen range — albeit in an upmarket format — is making a comeback, but having a separate oven and cooktop allows you flexibility to put each where you like, at the height that suits you best.  More >>

Ovens buying guide

Ovens buying guide

21 May 2008 | But while looks may be important, they're only one of many things to think about when buying an oven. More >>

Oven

Oven reviews - $850 to $1900

16 Apr 2007 | If you haven’t been in the market for a new oven for a while, you might be surprised to discover what they can do these days.  More >>

oven reviews

Electric built-in oven reviews

05 Dec 2012 | We compare over 48 ovens, with and without self-cleaning features, priced from $629 to $3999. More >>

Kitchen

Kitchen benchtops buying guide

01 Jul 2008 | The kitchen is often described as the heart of the family home. No longer just a place for cooking and washing-up, it’s become one of the key entertaining areas. More >>

Inside of fridge

Fridge and freezer buying guide

10 Mar 2011 | There are big variations in temperature uniformity, efficiency, noise and running costs. More >>

Benchtop mixer

Benchtop mixer reviews

14 May 2012 | We have test results for 18 benchtop mixers, priced from $139 to $999.  More >>

Short black cofee on tray

Automatic espresso machine reviews

12 Apr 2008 | For an immediate coffee hit, does real espresso at the push of a button sound more appealing than instant coffee from a tin? More >>

Brand reliability

CHOICE reliability survey

18 Mar 2013 | CHOICE regularly surveys our members, asking them about how reliable they've found their appliances.  More >>

Top 10 Recent Articles

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Aldi Stirling dishwasher first look

15 May 2013 | The Stirling dishwasher is economical in every sense, but we reveal whether it also has sterling performance. More >>

Chef's knives

Kitchen knives review

15 May 2013 | We've tested kitchen knives of different sizes, weights and handle types, revealing which slice, cut and chop best, and which stay sharp. More >>

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Non-stick frypans review

09 May 2013 | We reveal how some non-stick frypans perform when it comes to non-stick capabilities, heat distribution, durability and ease of use.  More >>

Saucepans

Saucepans review

10 May 2013 | Our testing reveals how some stainless steel saucepans perform when it comes to heat distribution, sticking performance and ease of use. More >>

Tefal Toaster

Toaster reviews

08 May 2013 | Never mind the bells and whistles, we reveal which models, priced from $20 to $399, perform their most basic function the best. More >>

tea-maker-lead

Morphy Richards Tea Maker first look

23 Apr 2013 | A good option for keen tea drinkers, especially if you regularly make a pot rather than just one cup. More >>

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Kettle reviews

22 Apr 2013 | Forget mere good looks: find out which cordless electric kettles are efficient as well as quiet. We've tested models ranging in price from $9 to $220. More >>

Slow cooker

Slow cooker reviews

12 Apr 2013 | If you could do with a bit of help in the kitchen, or are always short of time, a slow cooker could be the answer to your problems.  More >>

Gas cooktop

Gas cooktop reviews

14 Mar 2013 | We have test results for 39 gas cooktops ranging in price from $329 to $3389. Which are the best performers? More >>

Rice cooker

Rice cooker reviews

13 Mar 2013 | Want to cook perfect rice? A rice cooker might be the answer, especially if you eat lots of rice or feed lots of people.  More >>

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